Dato’ Chef Ismail Ahmad – Elevating Malaysian Culinary Culture to the World Stage
Dato’ Chef Ismail Ahmad was born on December 6th, 1960, in Singapore – when it was still part of Tanah Melayu. Growing up in a traditional Negeri Sembilan household in Rembau, he was raised by his grandparents and is the third child among five siblings. He received his formal education in Rembau and then continued his studies in hospitality, culinary, and hotel school at ITM Shah Alam. Dato’ Chef Ismail began his career as a lecturer at a private university college before deciding to pursue his passion for cooking. He went on to have stints at several notable hotels and restaurants. These days, he finds himself occupied as the owner…
SJM Highlighted ‘SAMmer Holiday’ and ‘Tourism+’ at the Macao Malaysia Roadshow
In its ongoing commitment to support the Macao Government Tourism Office’s (MGTO) tourism initiatives, SJM Resorts, S.A. (SJM) actively participated in the “Macao Tourism + MICE Product Updates Seminar & Travel Mart” on 4 July. During this event, SJM engaged extensively with local industry leaders to lay the groundwork for future collaborations. Subsequently, SJM participated in the four-day “Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow” held at Blue Concourse, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall in Kuala Lumpur from 5 to 8 July. Here, it introduced Macao’s newest “Tourism+” charms to Malaysian travel professionals, residents, and tourists, featuring the “Embracing the SAMmer Holiday @ SJM Resorts” promotion, which included an exciting range of gourmet dining,…
Hoiana Resort & Golf Lit Up the Skies with Vietnam’s First International Kite Festival!
Hoiana Resort & Golf will set the stage for sky-high entertainment and excitement during the summer of 2024 with the launch of the inaugural International Kite Festival – a spectacular new event that will thrill local guests and overseas visitors alike. An integral element of Hoiana’s ‘Summer Vibes’ campaign, this four-day festival will run from 25-28 July 2024. Organised by Hoiana Resort & Golf in collaboration with the Quang Nam Department of Culture, Sports & Tourism, this ground-breaking event aims to showcase the craftsmanship and beauty of kite making and performing while establishing itself as an annual highlight on the region’s cultural and tourism calendar. An estimated 10,000 visitors are…
Star Planet and AR Rahman Made a Courtesy Visit to Prime Minister of Malaysia
Star Planet Sdn Bhd’s representatives together with internationally acclaimed musician and composer AR Rahman had the honor of meeting with the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Prime Minister’s Office in Parliament building. The Starplanet’s team and AR Rahman were warmly received by Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim. During the courtesy visit, Rahman expressed his admiration for Malaysia’s rich cultural diversity and its vibrant arts scene. He highlighted the importance of cultural exchanges in fostering mutual understanding and strengthening bilateral relations between nations. Rahman also discussed potential collaborations in the fields of music and arts that could further enhance cultural diplomacy between India and Malaysia. Prime Minister…
Stakeholders Unite to Boost Tourism in Nakhon Si Thammarat
Urasaya Property Co., Ltd, the pioneering real estate company and developer of Banyan Tree Residences Sichon, convened with local tourism leaders, key stakeholders, and the business community in Nakhon Si Thammarat on Thursday, 27th June, to discuss and share its vision for creating a bright and sustainable future for this spectacular southern Thai province. Under the Thai government’s “Ignite Thailand” initiative, unveiled in June 2024, 55 second-tier provinces with high potential for tourism will be promoted under five “must-do” categories: Must Eat Local Food, Must See Local Culture, Must Seek Unseen Attractions, Must Buy Local Arts & Crafts, and Must Beat Local Sports. Within this framework, this collaborative meeting aimed…
